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We are looking for an experienced reporter to cover the crude oil trade in Singapore, Asia's oil-trading hub. As part of a global team tracking the world's most-traded commodity, you will focus on Asia Pacific and the Middle East. You will be expected to juggle fast-changing markets with coverage of trade flows and industry trends, while delving into deeper investigations into the mechanics of the trade, the impact of sanctions and the energy transition. Your day-to-day responsibilities will include keeping track of physical crude markets, jumping on big economic trends and geopolitical developments.
The ideal candidate will be an enthusiastic team player, with a passion for oil markets and global politics, an eye for stories no one else is telling and a demonstrated ability to connect the dots. A good network is vital, as is a proactive and energetic approach to covering a fast-moving beat. The ability and willingness to collaborate across borders to tell the Asian story for a global audience is essential.
We'll trust you to:
- Break news on companies, markets and trends
- Get right to the heart of the biggest stories to interpret wider industrial and economic impact
- Report with speed and accuracy
- Generate quick analysis on fast-paced developments, as well as long-form stories with in-depth insights
- Work seamlessly and proactively with teams across regions and departments
- Be innovative and creative in writing and formatting stories
You'll need to have:
- At least 5 years of experience in financial journalism
- Experience working at a real-time news service
- Experience reporting on oil markets
- The ability to write fast, compelling and accurate stories in English, often under time pressure
- Proficiency in both spoken and written English
- Demonstrated continuous career growth within an organization
- Bachelor's degree or degree-equivalent qualifications
Life at Bloomberg is many things, but it’s never dull. We’re a truly global business with a truly diverse workforce. We pride ourselves on being open, inclusive and collaborative, and provide a work environment that inspires our employees to be their best. We offer competitive compensation, comprehensive healthcare coverage, and programs to support you and your family through different life stages, from parental leave to generous retirement savings plans.
If this sounds like you:
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